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Funding Support is Available for Electricity Connections Across the North of Scotland

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The Scottish Hydro Electric Community Trust was founded by Scottish Hydro Electric plc (now SSE plc) in 1998 and provides funding support for customers looking to connect to SSEN Distribution’s network across the north of Scotland. The current round of applications closes on 14 May, and future applications will be considered by Trustees on a […]

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Ground Investigation Works to Take Place Near the Black Bridge

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SSEN Transmission will carry out a temporary programme of ground investigation works near the River Beauly as part of permitted development activity to inform plans for the proposed replacement of the Black Bridge. The works are scheduled to begin on Monday 13 April and will be carried out in stages over approximately six to eight

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Drone Technology Accelerates Delivery of Western Isles Power Network Upgrade

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A project to install a new overhead power line between Harris and Stornoway has achieved what is believed to be a UK first by using a specialised drone to install bond rope for conductor work in a single flight – accelerating construction while reducing environmental impact. Video: watch the drone in operation on the Harris

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Over £2 Million To Power Community Projects Across the North of Scotland

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Community organisations across the North of Scotland have received a funding boost of over £2 million, delivered through SSEN Transmission’s Regional Community Benefit Fund. A share of £2.37 million has been awarded to 14 projects that will help aid skills development, support the culture of the region, or help alleviate fuel poverty. Several Highlands-based projects

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SSEN Transmission Secures Dedicated Vessel to Support Western Isles HVDC Link Project

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The MV Arrow has been secured to provide dedicated logistics support for SSEN Transmission’s Lewis Hub and Western Isles High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Link – strengthening project delivery while helping safeguard the existing Stornoway to Ullapool ferry service. Securing a dedicated vessel to handle construction materials and project freight means logistics can be managed independently,

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Chleansaid Wind Farm Connection Secures Consent

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SSEN Transmission has welcomed the decision by Scottish Ministers to approve its Section 37 application for the Chleansaid Wind Farm connection project in Sutherland.  The consent will enable construction of a new 10.5km single circuit, 132kV wooden trident pole overhead line, which will link the wind farm on the Dalnessie Estate – around 13.5km northeast of Lairg – to Dalchork substation.  This new infrastructure will carry renewable electricity from the wind

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Planning Consent Has Been Granted for the Bingally 400/132kv Substation – A Key Element of SSEN Transmission’s Proposed Upgrade of the Beauly to Denny Overhead Line.

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Today’s decision by Highland Council’s South Planning Applications Committee follows two years of development and extensive engagement with local communities and stakeholders on the project’s design. The new substation will connect into the existing Beauly to Denny line, which is proposed to be upgraded from 275kV to 400kV operation.  It will comprise a new outdoor

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Progress on Spittal to Peterhead Subsea Link as Onshore and Offshore Works Gather Pace

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SSEN Transmission has reached a key milestone in its Spittal to Peterhead subsea cable link project, with onshore and offshore enabling works now underway. The 203km, 2GW High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) link will connect the Banniskirk Hub substation development in Caithness to the Netherton Hub in Aberdeenshire, with 166km of cable running subsea from

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SSEN Transmission and The Highland Council Strengthen Commitment to Accelerating Nature Restoration and Biodiversity Net Gain

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SSEN Transmission has signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Highland Council, reinforcing a shared commitment to deliver long‑term environmental and social benefits across the region. The agreement marks another significant milestone for the two organisations, following SSEN Transmission becoming the first business to sign the Highland Social Value Charter (HSVC) at the

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Housing Strategy to Deliver Refurbished Properties in Wick

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The latest project to be announced as part of SSEN Transmission’s housing strategy is a partnership with The Highland Council in a major refurbishment initiative to bring long-term empty homes in Wick back into use.  In an industry first, SSEN Transmission published its strategy in autumn 2024 pledging to support the delivery of 1,000 homes across its north of Scotland transmission area to help alleviate the region’s

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